National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)

Learn about the National Pest Surveillance System, an initiative to monitor and control agricultural pests using advanced technology for sustainable crop protection.

Sakshi Gupta Last updated on April 1st, 2025 05:01 pm Leave a comment

National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)

National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) is an AI-based platform that will help farmers connect with agriculture scientists and experts on controlling pests.
It was launched in August 2024.
Purpose: To enhance surveillance and management of pest diseases across India using advanced digital technologies.

Key Features of National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS)

Pest Identification and Management:
- Farmers can identify pests and diseases in 61 different crops.
- It provides pest management advisories for 15 major crops.
Multilingual Support: NPSS is available in four languages – English, Hindi, Marathi, and Punjabi.
Real-time Advisory System: Farmers receive instant solutions regarding pest attacks, crop diseases and crop damages.
Technology used: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML).

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